Due to the scorching heat, water sources in the forest dried up and wild animals were seen quenching their thirst in populated areas.

Kanker. Due to the temperature reaching 40 degrees Celsius, there is severe heat and heat wave in the district. Due to the scorching heat and heat waves, not only the common people but also the animals and birds are being adversely affected; the birds are not able to bear the intense heat. Birds are being killed due to depletion of water resources. Due to drying up of water sources in the forest, wild animals are coming towards populated areas. At some places a group of bears are seen quenching their thirst from the Gothan tank, while at some places a group of monkeys are seen coming near a water bore and quenching their thirst.

Chicken traders are also facing losses during summer. In this season, chickens are not able to tolerate high temperatures. Poultry sellers are keeping coolers, fans and nets covered with wet sacks to protect the chickens.

Several birds were found dead on the side of the National Highway near Kanker Rest House at 12 noon on Saturday. During summer, birds die due to drying up of water sources and not getting water on time. The effect of extreme heat is visible on monkeys also. Due to the drying up of the Dudh River passing near the old bus stand, animals are suffering the consequences. Monkeys are reaching the city to quench their thirst and are quenching their thirst by drinking water from buckets filled in front of the shop. The effect of sunlight and heat has also been seen in bears. The cement vessel made in the Gauthan of village Dumali was filled with water. A few days ago, three bears arrived here and were seen bathing. This scene was captured by the people present there in their cameras.